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Palatinose aids weight loss: study

German-based ingredients Beneo supplier claims a scientific study of its low-glycaemic sweetener Palatinose shows the product supports additional loss of body weight and fat mass in overweight and obese adults, when replacing sucrose in a weight loss diet. Palatinose (the generic name is isomaltulose) is a powder that can be applied in a host of […]

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2020 Predictions for the CPG Industry

Over the past 20 years, the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry has evolved rapidly, and that progression will not slow down as we enter a new decade. CPG trends that took off in 2019, such as self-care, plant-based products and CBD, will continue to grow. Self-care is already a $9.9 billion industry in the U.S., […]

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Arla Foods Ingredients has launched two maternal supplementation concepts

The Smart Mama drink and Smart Mama bar prototypes contain the ingredient Lacprodan MFGM-10—a whey protein concentrate featuring the benefits of milk fat globule membranes (MFGMs). The Smart Mama prototypes offering manufacturers the opportunity to launch a premium functional product into the rapidly growing market for maternal nutrition food and drink products. “During pregnancy and […]

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Extracting protein from grass: ‘It should be cheap to buy, offer good functionality in food, and it must be tasty’

Denmark’s National Food Institute is contributing to a novel food application for grass protein, which researchers say need not be reserved for ruminants. With growing population numbers and increased demand for all things plant-based, could an environmentally friendly protein for human consumption be right under our…feet? Grass need not be for ruminants only, say researchers […]

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Nestlé Partners with Corbion to Produce Protein-Rich, Microalgae-Based Ingredients

Companies will collaborate to improve the functionality, taste and nutritional profile for usage in different types of products. Looking to develop the next generation of microalgae-based ingredients, Nestlé has entered into a partnership with Corbion to deliver sustainable, nutritious plant-based products.  Microalgae ingredients have several advantages, as they are a vegan source of protein, healthy […]

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High speed-to-market: Symrise and Unilever unveil new creative center

Located in the “Food Valley” of Wageningen, the Netherlands, Symrise is pioneering a new approach to food innovation by installing an innovation lab at the Unilever Foods Innovation Centre on the Wageningen University & Research (WUR) campus. As a result of Symrise’s close proximity to Unilever’s operations and the university’s science faculty, “innovative culinary foods […]

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AB InBev JV to commercialize non-alcoholic CBD-infused beverages in Canada

Canada’s recent decision to legalize cannabis has opened up a space that is likely to be a growing market. Capitalizing on this, Fluent Beverage Company, a joint venture between brewery AB InBev and cannabis company Tilray, is set to commercialize non-alcoholic CBD-infused beverages throughout the nation. The plan is to have CBD-infused beverages available for […]

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Advances in pH monitoring technology enchance quality in food and beverage manufacturing

Monitoring the pH of food and beverages is vital for manufacturers, protecting consumer safety in line with regulatory requirements, as well as ensuring products have the desired quality characteristics that customers enjoy and expect. Take winemaking, for example, where pH monitoring is essential to ensure the final product has the desired flavor and aroma. Here, […]

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Snacking with a conscience: Free from and ethical messages gain importance in the organic sector

Mintel research has revealed organic products launches with free from and ethical claims have experienced impressive growth over the past decade, especially in Europe. According to the global market researcher, the number of organic NPDs in Europe with ‘suitable for’ – or free from – claims has risen from 20% in August 2009 to 43% […]

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Protein enrichment: Industry experts examine how to overcome formulation hurdles

Whether dairy-derived or plant-based, protein is an ingredient whose reign shows no signs of slowing down. In this arena, protein fortification is the overarching trend linking two very different segments – dairy and plant-based. Consumer demand for protein-enriched products now extends beyond sports nutrition, to include senior nutrition, weight management and overall health and wellness. […]

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Bell Flavors & Fragrances unveils natural range of hemp flavors and extracts

Based on growing consumer interest and market trends around natural hemp-based food and beverage products, Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA has launched a new range of botanical hemp flavors and extracts obtained from the Cannabis sativa plant. The new range offers “authentic taste profiles” for various categories, including non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, bakery products and […]

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DuPont wins award for its cultures

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences (DuPont) was awarded second place in the ‘Most Innovative Ingredient of the Year’ category at the Food Ingredients Innovation Award, for its Danisco VEGE cultures line. Launched in South America in February 2019, the culture product line is designed to support the production of fermented plant-based foods and beverages. Several years […]